Acting Assistant Principal - Gawa, Elcho Isl. NT

NT Christian Schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

Relocation support

Professional development

Job summary

NT Christian Schools invites applications for an Acting Assistant Principal at the Gawa campus on Elcho Island, Northern Territory. This fixed-term, full-time role provides strategic leadership alongside the Principal to guide school operations, policy development and educational initiatives in a unique remote community.

You will support curriculum delivery, staff development and community engagement, while upholding Christian values and ensuring compliance with education regulations.

Qualifications

• Current teaching qualification and relevant teaching experience in primary or secondary education.
• Demonstrated school leadership experience, ideally in a management or assistant principal capacity.
• Knowledge of educational best practices and curriculum frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in the overall management and administration of the school.
• Oversee student welfare, pastoral care programmes and wellbeing initiatives.
• Manage staff scheduling, supervision and professional development initiatives.
• Coordinate curriculum delivery and educational quality assurance.
• Liaise with parents, carers and community members to foster positive relationships.
• Ensure compliance with education policies and school procedures.
• Attend leadership team meetings and contribute to strategic planning.
• Deputise for the Principal in their absence.

Skills

School leadership

Curriculum delivery

Communication

Pastoral care

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor of Education

Education Leadership qualification

Job description

About the role

NT Christian Schools is seeking an Acting Assistant Principal to join our Gawa campus on Elcho Island in the Northern Territory. This is a fixed term, full-time position that offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a remote educational setting. As Acting Assistant Principal, you will provide strategic leadership and support to the Principal in managing day-to-day school operations, whilst contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and educational initiatives. This role is essential to ensuring the effective functioning of our school and the delivery of quality education to our students in this distinctive community.

Key responsibilities

Supporting the Principal in the overall management and administration of the school

Overseeing student discipline, welfare and pastoral care programmes

Managing staff scheduling, supervision and professional development initiatives

Coordinating curriculum delivery and educational quality assurance

Liaising with parents, carers and community members to foster positive school-community relationships

Ensuring compliance with education policies, regulations and school procedures

Attending and contributing to leadership team meetings and strategic planning sessions

Managing specific school portfolios or responsibilities as delegated by the Principal

Deputising for the Principal in their absence

What we're looking for

A current teaching qualification and relevant teaching experience in primary or secondary education

Demonstrated school leadership experience, ideally in a management or assistant principal capacity

Strong understanding of educational best practices, curriculum frameworks and student wellbeing principles

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure

Knowledge of remote or Indigenous education contexts is highly desirable

Current Working with Children clearance or willingness to obtain one

Ability to thrive in a tight-knit community and demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect

A commitment to Christian values and the mission of NT Christian Schools

What we offer

NT Christian Schools is committed to supporting our staff with competitive remuneration, professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment. We recognise the unique challenges of working in a remote location and provide support to help staff settle into the community. Our school values work-life balance and the wellbeing of our team members. We offer access to staff amenities, ongoing training and mentorship from experienced leaders. Additionally, we provide assistance with accommodation arrangements and relocation support where applicable. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

About us

NT Christian Schools is an independent Christian educational institution committed to delivering quality education in remote Northern Territory communities. Our mission is to provide students with a nurturing, academically rigorous and values-based learning environment that prepares them for future success. We are deeply embedded in the communities we serve, including the Gawa campus on Elcho Island, and are dedicated to supporting both student achievement and staff wellbeing. Our school community is built on Christian principles of compassion, integrity and service, and we are proud of the positive impact we make in the lives of our students and families.